Snowshoeing
Description
Head out into the snow on a snowshoe excursion. Learn the basics of snowshoeing and tailor the educational content to meet your class’s needs. Focus on snow and avalanche science, or winter ecology and tracking.
Elementary- Recommended as a combination with a pre-trip indoor snow science program. Snowshoeing field day will focus on emphasizing what students previously learned about snow science, and discovering winter ecology.
Middle/High School- Avalanche Safety: Examine current conditions while snowshoeing out in the field. Gain awareness of the powerful destructive forces of avalanches through hands-on activities. Students will practice using avalanche rescue equipment including beacons, shovels, and probes to work together with their team to conduct a mock rescue in the snow. Classes encourage teamwork and decision-making among participants.
Offered At
Colorado Mountain Club
The Colorado Mountain Club, based in Golden, was organized in 1912 and is dedicated to uniting adventure, education, and preservation of Colorado's mountains. The Youth Education Program (YEP) of the CMC provides hands-on experiences in the classroom and outdoors for over 7,000 Colorado youth from diverse backgrounds every year. By providing opportunities for active learning through experiential and adventure education, YEP ignites a connection to the outdoors for Colorado youth. Furthermore, YEP connects Colorado Academic Standards with the mountains, providing a unique avenue for improving academic skills. Programs take place at your school, the American Mountaineering Center in Golden, or a local open space or park. Many program options can be combined to create a unique day-long program.
Details
Subjects
Science, Ecosystems, Weather And Climate, The Water Cycle, The Scientific Method, Conservation
Capacity
15 students, Max 6 chap.
Duration
180 min.
Activity
Field Trip
Grades
3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12